1959 Ford Prefect vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1926 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Prefect | Savana |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |